Wednesday September 2nd, 2020
The Atlin Whisper “Never doubt that a small group of committed citizens can change the world.” Margaret Mead
People and a Small Northern Town Atlin News Miner 1972 Diane S Smith Walk along an Atlin street on a soft summer night. Across your way, spears of light from curtained windows make warm, inviting patterns on the gravel. Behind darkened doorways, sounds of a town alive and growing trickle into the night. A muffled laugh, a child’s sleepy cry, garbled words, the noises of families deep in the business of an evening. They are comfortable and secure sounds. Two young people representing opposite ends of the continent meet in a small northern town. Something clicks between them, shards of loneliness fall away and they decide to join forces. A new life begins for them and adds to the general din of progress. Atlin is a town experiencing a rebirth. In a few short years is has thrown off the robes of a ghost town, squashed that title with little ceremony. Derelict buildings have been painted and occupied, vacant lots have sprouted handsome log structures, the “city” limits have been pushed back. These things have occurred because of people, and people are what small towns are all about. It isn’t an easy task bringing a town back. People being what they are, complex and unpredictable creatures, a certain percentage are lost in the effort. Sadness and despair may end a sojourn and partners split to travel separate ways wondering where things went wrong that once seemed so right. Others would never fit in and eventually they drift off. People thrown together in a semi isolation and hounded by hostile weather are sometimes deprived of the ability to think objectively. Problems loom too close and are too large. Irritations fester. All around is wilderness, sometimes friendly often oppressive and confining, making it impossible to back away and see things for their actual worth. Gossip can run rampant and malignant. Tempers flare and prejudices are cultivated. The wounds inflicted by a small town can be deep and bitterly painful. But, by the same token the good times, working together for a common goal can be gratifying and exhilarating. Honors given and cherished because they are warm and personal. A tough tenacious fiber is evident in the makeup of the people willing to put up with the rough climate, and small town discontent to live in the North. Inconvenience and community gripes are endured, not always graciously endured, nevertheless for the compensations on the credit side of the ledger. The feeling of being an individual, one unique human being, is probably the most important prize granted to a Northerner, he counts. Good or bad, his influence is felt and adds an important ingredient to a mixture that comprises his small northern town. In Atlin the recipe seems a success. The town is alive and thriving in northern British Columbia. It’s the people that make it happen.
Historic Globe Theatre
Sunday September 6, 2020
CD/Vinyl Launch Claire on Vocals and guitar accompanied by Brigitte Desjardins on drums Album ‘Claire Ness and The Swing Sets’ - Swingin’ country, jazz, and blues music for kids of all ages. Claire was born and raised in Whitehorse, then studied comedy at Humber College in Toronto and circus arts instruction at École Nationale de Cirque in Montréal. She has taught ten years of circus camps for kids, and she loves to write, sing and teach in both English and French.
Doors Open 1:30 Concert Starts 2:00 Tickets Adults $15 in advance, $20 at the door Family of 4 $45 in advance, $55 at the door
Phase 3 Social Distancing - Assigned Seating Be prepared to stand outside as each group of people enters the theatre and takes their seats. We are respectfully asking that everyone who attends comes in good health, has not traveled outside the Yukon/BC/Northwest Territories/Nunavut border in the 14 days before the concert and you apply Covid-19 safety practice
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Facebook: @ExploreAtlin
Ph: 250-651-2297
Presented by Heather Keny
The Historic Globe Theatre Atlin Alkaline Flats‌ and more Presentation
Thursday September 3, 2020
Graduate students of the University of British-Columbia in the Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences department, Frances Jones (Fran) Geology MSc. and Anne-Martine Doucet (Marti) Hydrogeology MSc. have been in Atlin for the last month studying the CO2 fluxes (emissions) from the alkaline playas. The presentation will explore the genesis of the playas and local geological setting, the work they are currently conducting using technologies (Eddy Covariance and soil chambers), and the implications and big picture.
Doors Open 6:30 Presentation Starts 7:00 Entry by donation Please Follow Social Distancing Practices Be prepared to stand outside as each group of people enters the theatre and takes their seats. We are respectfully asking that everyone who attends comes in good health, has not traveled outside the Yukon/BC/Northwest Territories/Nunavut border in the 14 days before the event and you apply Covid-19 safety practice
E: exploreatlinsales@gmail.com
Facebook: @ExploreAtlin
Ph: 250-651-2297
Presented by Heather Keny
September Movies The Historic Globe Theatre Matinee
Saturday Sept 5:
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s
Stone Discovery Helicopters Ltd invites you and your family to a complimentary movie & snacks Rated PG www.commonsesemedia.org Doors Open 6:30
Show Time 7:00 – 9:00
Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson Directed by Chris Columbus Fantasy Film: Harry Potter learns on his 11th birthday that he is the orphaned son of two powerful wizards and possesses magical powers of his own. At Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, Harry embarks on the adventure of a lifetime.
Sunday Sept 6: Happy Gilmore Doors Open 6:30 Show Time 7:00 – 8:30 Starring: Adam Sandler, Christopher McDonald, Julie Bowen
Rated PG Directed by Dennis Dugan
Sports Comedy: Happy Gilmore an unsuccessful ice hockey player, discovers a newfound talent for golf. Desperate to get his Grandmother’s house back from the IRS, Gilmore enters a local golf tournament to earn a spot on the Pro Golf Tour.
Sunday Sept 13: Nowhere Boy: John Lennon’s adolescence Doors Open 6:30
Show Time 7:00 – 8:30
Starring: Aaron Johnson, Anne-Marie Duff, Kristin Scott Thomas Wood
Rated R Directed by Sam Taylor-
Biographical Drama: about John Lennon's adolescence, his relationships with his aunt Mimi Smith and his mother Julia Lennon, the creation of his first band, the Quarrymen, and its evolution into the Beatles.
Facebook: @ExploreAtlin Email: exploreatlin@gmail.com Presented by Heather Keny
NORTHERN HOMES REAL ESTATE
4th July Bay Half acre lakefront property with log home that has one BR on main level and 2 more in walk out lower level. Well, large garage, greenhouse and wood shed completes the package. $299,500 FIRM Trond Gulch In a pastoral setting, backing onto Munro Mtn, this one-bedroom, 715 sq.ft. off-the-grid home on 9.88 acres surrounded by Crown Land. Sauna and guest cabin. Was lived in year around for many years. Truly unique with perfection evident throughout! $350,000 2nd Street Stunning custom built home featuring fabulous open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, 2 bedrooms, full bath plus Atlin’s only elevator that takes you to the lower level with pantry, storage and a 16’x28’ heated shop with 10’ ceilings. Private location with guest cabin included! $295,000 Warm Bay Road 12.4 acres with great mountain views, several cabins, shop and living quarters. Well on site. Off grid. $195,000 Third Street 2 bedroom, bright home on a quiet 75x100 lot with a 24x40’ shop with 12’ ceilings. Some updating needed but most rooms are 15’+. Major foundation and roof work already done. $189,900
Food Basket Thriving business in Atlin! The building, land, rental suite, and grocery store are all included. A great way for the whole family help make a comfortable living $300,000 plus stock
Atlin Highway 80 acres fronting onto the highway, off grid, with the most spectacular views in the area, Atlin Lake from Minto Mountain to Teresa Island! $350,000 4640 Warm Bay Road Fabulous 3 level home on 2.6 acres high above Warm Bay Road providing an incredible view of Atlin Lake. $240,000. SOLD 6th Street 320 sq.ft. cabin on 50x100 lot, no plumbing. “As is, where is” $45,000 SOLD Above asking
First Street
2500 sq.ft. basement entry home with 4 bedrooms, 24x24’ garage, 60’ shed for wood, quads or whatever you need, very private 2 acres. $187,000 SOLD Wilson Street Quiet mountain views from this four-bedroom, 1600 sqft home on two acres. Open yard with raised beds and greenhouse. Where else can you find a kitchen like this at this price? Great value at $197,500 SOLD
Call Myrna at (250) 775-1019 I will be in Atlin September 4th and 5th for showings. If you wish an appointment please text or email a message (rather than voice mail)
myrnablake1@gmail.com
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Go to
northernhomesbc.ca
for more details.
NEW MOBILE WELDING SERVICE AVAILABLE Contact: Alain Vanier 250-651-0037
Reasonable Rates!
NOTICE Dr Jocelyn Land-Murphy, a BC-licensed Naturopathic Doctor based out of Whitehorse, will be returning to Atlin on October 3rd to offer Naturopathic Medicine to the Atlin community. Priority for appointments is given to returning patients, though there are two slots available for new patients on October 3rd. Initial appointments are 60mins and include a full medical review. Clinic days are held at the Pew. Dr Jocelyn's clinical focus is women's health - including hormone balancing, fertility/pregnancy, thyroid/adrenal function, weight loss and digestive function, though she is comfortable treating a range of conditions and patients. As a BC-licensed ND with primary care rights, Dr Jocelyn is licensed to provide acupuncture, spinal manipulations, herbal medicine, IV nutrients, and nutrition/supplement advice, along with having full lab-rights and prescription rights in BC. Dr Jocelyn's services are not covered by MSP but are covered under extended health plans.
You can learn more about Dr Jocelyn at www.terralife.ca, or you can email her at drjocelyn@terralife.ca to see if the clinic is a good fit for your health needs/goals, and to book an appointment.
ATLIN BC – BOULDER CREEK PLACER LEASES FOR SALE For sale are two Placer Leases on Boulder Creek located about 17 kilometers northeast of Atlin. Title Number 636524 – Map Reference: 104N063 totaling 30.89 hectares Asking Can $45,000 and Title Number 636525 – Map References 104N063 & 104N064 totaling 46.13 hectares Asking Can $140,000 Boulder Creek is quite well known in the placer mining world. The term of those placer leases is 10 years beginning on September 18, 2019. The work permit is current until March 31, 2021 The buyer will assume any outstanding reclamation obligation. The buyer will be responsible for replacing our bond with theirs. Contact: Richard Tillberg Ph: (780) 369-2299 Email: tillbe328@gmail.com TAKU WILD is in no way affiliated with “Wild Taku”
Kinosew Trading Company inc. Fresh Sockeye Salmon $7.95Lb Fresh Coho Salmon $7.00Lb
Open Friday-Saturday-Sunday 12pm to 5pm Or
Stop by if we are there, we are open ! Located Atlin Airport 250-651-0042
Atlin Health Centre Box 330, Atlin, B.C. V0W 1A0 (P): 250-651-7677 (F): 250-651-7687 www.northernhealth.ca
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If you are experiencing symptoms of the cold or influenza or have questions about COVID-19 please call the Northern Health COVID-19 information line @ 1-844-645-7811. They will provide you with the necessary information and direction. The directive is still for people to stay home, self-isolate and practice the recommended hand washing procedures. At this time we are asking all clients to please call 250-651-7677 prior to coming to the Health Centre for any reason at any time. HOURS OF OPERATION Open Monday through Friday 9:00 – 12:00 pm & 1:00 - 4:30 pm. For emergencies a nurse is on call after hours and on the weekends and can be reached at 250-6517677. We have also implemented front door screening procedures at the Health Centre in response to the Pandemic. Pick up the black telephone to your right at the front door; one of the staff will answer the phone inside and you will be screened for cold/flu, respiratory symptoms prior to entering the building. The phone is cleaned and sanitized after each use The Atlin Health Centre staff wish to thank-you for your cooperation in keeping our community safe and virus free.
Big Water Society We are still providing free counselling during this time As the community is aware, the way everyone is conducting business lately is shifting. Sometimes life can stress us out or make us anxious, particularly during this pandemic and the way it has disrupted many of the ways we enjoy our lives, jobs, and relationships with friends and family. Free mental health counselling will continue to be offered in a safe and positive way by Big Water Society and our counsellor Jan Forde (MSW, RSW) who will provide remote counselling service for the time being. Jan will be providing counselling via phone every Thursday of the week from between 9am5pm. Please feel free to call and leave Jan a message at office Ph: 250-651-2189 0r cell Ph: 867-3336829 Or email bannyforde@gmail.com to leave a message to book a time for Thursdays with her via phone. We hope everyone stays healthy and happy, we will get through this _____________________________________________________________________________
Help Us Stop the Spread of COVID-19 Book an appointment at appointments.servicebc.gov.bc.ca Or call
Atlin Service BC 250 651-7595
9:00am – 10:00am – Appointments for seniors and those with compromised immune systems. 10:00am – 12:00pm – Open to the public (by appointment or walk ins) 12:00pm – 1:00pm – Closed for lunch 1:00pm – 4:30pm – Open to the public (by appointment or walk ins).
**Between 10:30 - 10:45 & 2:30 – 2:45 we are closed for sanitation and cleaning For non-health-related questions, please contact: 1-888-COVID19. If you think you may have the virus, call HealthLink at 811 to determine if you need testing; or, visit the HealthLink website at: www.healthlinkbc.ca/health-feature/coronavirus-covid-19
“A Child’s Smile” Soon after coming into this world we are given the gift of being cherished. From then on, when we awaken from sleep and see someone there who adores us we will smile the smile of happiness. This smile mirrors all the loving smiles lavished upon us day in and day out. In all the universe is there anything more precious than a child’s blissful, radiant smile? Jeff Salmon
Fishing Charters
Custom Fish Art- Fiberglas and Wood GARY HILL’S FISH ART
Have a heart that never hardens, and a temper that
SVOP Licence, 24 ft. Boat, Transport Canada Commercial Registration – Insured Gary Hill, Atlin B.C. V0W 1A0 Licensed, B.C. Guide Call -250 651-7553 Email garyphill59@gmail.com $850.00 per day - $550.00 per 1/2 day
never tires, GARY HILL’S – CUSTOM, FISH REPRODUCTIONS PHONE 250 651 7553 EMAIL – garyphill59@gmail.com
that never hurts.
7 MONARCH Drive – ATLIN – BC. V0W 1A0
Charles
WEB SITE – http://gary-hill.com
Dickens
Sewing Machine
Atlin Community
Cleaning, Repair, & Setup
Open Every
Library Friday and Saturday
2-4p.m. Everyone Welcome
Terry 250 651-7769
and a touch
Closed until further notice
St. Martin’s Anglican Church 10 a.m. Sunday Everyone Welcome
Atlin Christian Centre Affiliated with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada
Services Sunday 11: a.m.
Come join us! (778) 721-0710
Please note that calls for same day water delivery service must be received no later than 11 a.m. of said day. Thank you! Heating Oil delivery available
Delivery days are Monday through Friday Our mailing address is Box 318, Atlin BC V0W 1A0 You can also email us at grizzlyhomeservices@gmail.com 250-651-7463
With thanks, Dana and Mary Hammond
For sale, 80 acres of beautiful mixed forest just off Atlin lake and 27 kms north of Atlin. Zoned ALR with a creek running through it, gently sloped and easy to develop. $350,000. For more info call 867-333-9914. The next Whisper is Wednesday September 16th. Submissions are due no later than Sunday 9pm September 13th . Compiled and edited by Lynne Phipps. Paper for printing courtesy of Northern Homes Real Estate Printing courtesy of RCMP Atlin; Ink costs courtesy of Literacy Now. Classifieds, news, upcoming events Contact 1-250-651-7861 or lynnephipps@hotmail.com if you have, pictures or articles you would like to submit. Please note that submissions should be sent in either WORD or JPEG whenever possible. PDF must first be printed and then scanned back into the computer in order to format it into the paper. This costs in both paper and ink. We know that at times a PDF is the only way, which is okay when necessary, but otherwise, as the Whisper is a FREE community service we appreciate your support in helping to keep the costs down as much as possible. Thank You!